Bananas

Bananas are the most popular fresh fruit in the United States. They were first cultivated 4,000 years ago in India. Through the Portuguese and Spanish priests, bananas were spread to America. Bananas have both a high amount of carbohydrates as well as potassium, which also makes them the fruit of choice for many athletes. (Wellness Encyclopedia of Food and Nutrition, 1992)

Bananas contain moderate amounts of vitamin B6, vitamin C, manganese and potassium. Consumption of bananas may be associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer and in women, breast cancer and carcinoma. In India, juice is extracted from the corm and used as a home remedy for jaundice, sometimes with the addition of honey, and for stones.

Bananas are excellent for young children and infants and are good in reducing diets because they satisfy the appetite and are low in fat. Because they are so soft, they are good for persons who have intestinal disturbances, and for convalescents.

Avoid bananas with brown spots that seem very soft. Select those bananas with a nice color, specific for the variety. Choose fruit that is firm and free of bruises. Best eating quality has been reached when the solid yellow skin color is speckled with brown. Bananas with green tips or with practically no yellow color have not developed their full flavor. Bananas are overripe when they have a strong odor.

Bananas are the most popular fresh fruit in the United States. They were first cultivated 4,000 years ago in India. Through the Portuguese and Spanish priests, bananas were spread to America. Bananas have both a high amount of carbohydrates as well as potassium, which also makes them the fruit of choice for many athletes. (Wellness Encyclopedia of Food and Nutrition, 1992)
Bananas contain moderate amounts of vitamin B6, vitamin C, manganese and potassium. Consumption of bananas may be associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer and in women, breast cancer and carcinoma. In India, ju..

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, oil, brown sugar, vanilla and bananas. Combine the flour, baking soda and cinnamon; Stir into the banana mixture until moistened. Stir in the strawberries until evenly distributed. Spoon batter into muffin cups until completely filled.

3. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the tops of the muffins spring back when pressed lightly. Cool before removing from the muffin tins.

Servings: 12

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Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich

Source: allrecipes.com

By: KATIES8422

Ingredients:

cooking spray

2 tablespoons peanut butter

2 slices whole wheat bread

1 banana, sliced

Prep Time: 2 mins

Total Time: 12 mins

Directions:

Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat, and coat with cooking spray. Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter onto one side of each slice of bread. Place banana slices onto the peanut buttered side of one slice, top with the other slice and press together firmly. Fry the sandwich until golden brown on each side, about 2 minutes per side.